CE Intern

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned. 

• Support company Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives focused on establishing "One Best Way" by evaluating and validating data, aligning and formalizing best practices, and developing functional tools and training materials. 

• Build and help deploy a standardized WF flour blending program/tool, including appropriate governance and training support, with the goal of reducing protein variability and improving flour blending variance. 

• Develop centerlining support tools and guidance to help improve key performance metrics, including USDT, changeover, startup, and OEE. 

• Support DVM/Excellence Team/CE data alignment in Monday.com. 

• Support the WIN NW Packer/BSM pack center-lining program. 

• Assist with key process standardization and alignment, including critical process and SOP evaluation, organization, and alignment. 

• Provide primary project support, data analysis and visualization, and DVM/KPI development support for assigned CI initiatives. 

• Participate in regular check-ins with the primary supervisor and provide updates on progress, risks, and support needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

• A team player with a strong customer-oriented attitude, interpersonal skills, and ability to work well in a multicultural workplace. 

• Self-disciplined, self-motivated, professional, and able to manage multiple priorities with strong follow-through. 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

• Comfortable working with data, process documentation, and practical problem solving. 

• Access to reliable internet and proficiency with Microsoft Office. 

• Travel availability for project support and site visits as needed. 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, information technology, or a related field, or active progress toward a related degree. 

• Coursework or practical experience related to continuous improvement, data analysis, process improvement, operations, or manufacturing is preferred. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS 

English fluency is essential. The successful candidate must have strong verbal and written English communication skills. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 

The candidate must be comfortable working with basic mathematical concepts and applying concepts such as percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Data analysis and visualization experience is helpful. 

OTHER SKILLS & ABILITIES 

• Experience or interest in CI tools, root cause/corrective action (RCCA), standardized process development, and visual management standards. 

• Ability to work with AX/Power BI, SharePoint/QSM, Teams, BSM email, Monday.com, and related business systems as access is provided. 

• Ability to learn quickly, ask clarifying questions, and translate business needs into practical tools, documentation, and process support. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear and frequently required to sit or stand. The role may include occasional travel to manufacturing locations and participation in site visits. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

This position is generally remote/corporate in nature, though the intern may visit manufacturing locations where they may be exposed to noise, dust, and industrial machinery. Blending and centerlining project support may require at least 1-2 site visits. 

FOOD SAFETY/SECURITY AND QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 

The Company is committed to producing and delivering defect-free products that comply with all applicable legal and regulatory requirements and are of the highest levels of food safety, quality, and productivity. To ensure this, all employees are required to be trained on and adhere to the FDA Current Good Manufacturing Practices as set forth by the Company as they pertain to personnel practices, equipment, and facilities. It is also vital that all employees be aware of their work environment and prevent any accidental or intentional adulteration of the products produced at the facility.